Feelin’ Good in our NEW Neighborhood

Well, we made it! My husband and I are officially Wisconsinites once again. Due to my husband’s military service, we were living in northern California; however, with his contract ending, we knew it was time to come back to our home state of Wisconsin. We specifically chose to relocate to Appleton, WI, not only to be closer to family, but to immerse ourselves in this humble, but mighty town. Due to prior visits and nearby family, we knew Appleton was a quaint, yet lively place. We knew there were plenty of community events where citizens were readily involved, lots of outdoor places to explore, an extensive appreciation for the arts and music, and finally, the friendly and intentional culture Appleton embodies. For all those reasons, we wanted to be a part of it.

That’s where Thrive Music Therapy LLC comes in. As we dreamed of our relocation back to the Midwest, we wanted to explore all the options, big or small. I had a solid background working for a wonderful private practice, Vacaville Music Therapy, and I was mentored on music therapy techniques and small business practices and strategies by the owner, Brianna McCulloch. There, I provided music therapy services for children with various intellectual disabilities, led a music social group for teens with ASD, and facilitated music therapy groups for adults with intellectual disabilities and older adults within a memory care residence. I was inspired by Brianna’s dedication to the clients we served and I wanted to give business ownership a shot myself. Thrive Music Therapy LLC started as a crazy idea in our small home in California and now is officially off the ground. We are fully up and running and want to immerse ourselves into the Appleton community and it’s surrounding area.

And that’s where you come in. Do you have a child or loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability? Are they struggling with a certain area, such as social skills, language and communication, behavior, or physical limitations? Music therapy services may be a great option! We are available and ready to meet the specific needs and goal areas of your child or loved one. Call or email us for a FREE consultation. I would be happy to speak with you to see if music therapy is a good fit.

Why Music Therapy?

Music therapy is an evidenced-based health profession that purposefully uses music to target specific, functional goals. There have been many clinical studies conducted that show music therapy interventions helping to improve social skills, behavior skills, motor skills, speech and communication, and enhance self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities. In addition, music therapy groups are able to promote social interaction, teamwork, self-awareness, meaningful engagement, and awareness of others. This means that implementing music therapy in early intervention programs, group homes, or assisted living facilities may help decrease unwanted behavior, create a meaningful experience that participants are able to share together, provide social connection, and promote creativity and self-expression.

Not only is music therapy treatment EFFECTIVE, it’s FUN and MOTIVATING too! Since music is multi-sensory by nature, it inherently captures attention, sustains it, and prompts action. A trained board-certified music therapist can use these characteristics of music to elicit powerful results that often reflect positive progress for those participating.

If music therapy services sound like a good fit for you, call or email us for a FREE consultation!

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